Step into a pivotal role as a Surgical Tech in Saint Ignace, Michigan, starting January 19, 2026, where your precision, teamwork, and calm under pressure will directly support life‑saving procedures. In this Surgical Tech travel opportunity, you’ll partner with seasoned surgeons and care teams to prep the sterile field, pass instruments, anticipate needs during complex operations, and help ensure the safety and comfort of every patient from pre‑op to post‑op recovery. You’ll gain exposure to a broad range of case types and learn advanced techniques in sterile technique, instrument handling, and intraoperative coordination. This role is designed to grow with you, offering ongoing learning pathways, mentorship, and the chance to specialize in areas that align with your career goals. Beyond the OR, you’ll discover Michigan’s rich landscape and vibrant communities—the serene shores of Lake Michigan, the rugged beauty of the Upper Peninsula, seasonal forests and fall colors, and the small‑town warmth that makes travel healthcare feel like a second home.

Saint Ignace offers a distinctive blend of small‑town charm and access to outdoor adventures. You’ll enjoy gateway access to lakes, lighthouses, and scenic drives, with opportunities to explore nearby Mackinac Island, ferry routes, and state parks after a shift. For travelers who crave variety, this role also offers the possibility to rotate among facilities across the United States, enriching your clinical repertoire, expanding professional networks, and exposing you to diverse OR environments, equipment inventories, and surgical teams. The experience you gain here can translate into broader credentials and enhanced expertise, while still delivering the satisfaction of meaningful, hands‑on patient care in a supportive setting.

In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and maintaining sterile fields, preparing instruments and implants, passing instruments with precision, counting and tracking supplies, preventing infection risk, assisting with patient positioning and draping, anticipating instrument needs, and documenting intraoperative details. You’ll support scrub and circulating roles, adapt to varied surgical specialties, and participate in continuous improvements that boost OR efficiency and patient safety. The position offers a clear path to professional growth—additional training on advanced techniques, cross‑department collaboration, and potential opportunities to expand into specialized services within the surgical suite.

Compensation and benefits are designed to reflect your expertise and commitment. You can expect a competitive weekly pay range of $1,310-$1,427, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week. The contract is structured with reliability in mind, and there is potential for extension to maintain continuity with your team and continue your professional progression. In addition to competitive pay, you may qualify for a sign‑on bonus, housing assistance, and opportunities to extend the assignment beyond the initial term. Our travel program provides comprehensive support, including a dedicated travel concierge, 24/7 on‑demand assistance, and seamless transitions between facilities, ensuring you always have help close at hand whether you’re en route, on site, or adjusting to new surroundings. To ease credentialing and onboarding, you’ll have access to orientation materials, clinical mentorship, and ongoing resources that empower you to hit the ground running.

Our company is founded on empowering staff, with a steadfast commitment to career advancement and a supportive work environment. We believe in recognizing your contributions, investing in your professional development, and cultivating a culture of safety, collaboration, and excellence. You’ll find an inclusive, team‑oriented atmosphere that values your voice, respects your expertise, and provides the tools you need to excel—across a network of facilities and communities that celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. In practice, this means structured growth plans, opportunities to rotate through different surgical settings, and a community of peers and leaders who champion your learning and success.

If you’re ready to elevate your surgical tech career and experience the rewards of a travel assignment that respects your skill and time, apply today. This is your chance to join a partner organization that values your contribution, supports your advancement, and welcomes you into a network of dedicated professionals who care about patient outcomes and their own professional development. Begin your journey in Saint Ignace and consider the broader possibilities that come with working across the country—the impact you’ll make in the lives of patients, the skills you’ll refine, and the memories you’ll collect in breathtaking places along the way.

Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing
TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

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Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.